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Toronto Blue Jays sign Damiano Palmegiani and Cooper Benson from 2021 MLB draft

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have signed two more players, the team announced Saturday. 

The Jays are adding Damiano Palmegiani, a 14th-round pick and third baseman to the their roster. 

The team is also welcoming 17th-round pick and left-handed pitcher Cooper Benson.

Both players are part of the the 2021 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, according to a press release. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 31, 2021. 

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